LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Soft apricot
GROWTH HABIT
Spreading and trailing
BLOOM SEASON
Spring to Autumn
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open Pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering Plant
PLANTING SEASON
Spring, Summer
FRUIT SIZE
Not Applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
20–30 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
USDA Zones 9–11
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
25–30 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
0.5 cm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained soil, warm climate
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Verbena Apricot produce soft pastel-colored flower clusters?
Can Verbena Apricot produce soft pastel-colored flower clusters?
Yes. It is valued for its attractive apricot-toned flower clusters that add warm, subtle color to garden displays.
Does Verbena Apricot perform well in sunny borders?
Does Verbena Apricot perform well in sunny borders?
Yes. It thrives in full sun and is well suited for borders, bedding displays, and mixed perennial gardens.
Can Verbena Apricot be grown in hanging baskets or containers?
Can Verbena Apricot be grown in hanging baskets or containers?
Yes. Its compact, spreading habit makes it an excellent choice for containers, patio planters, and hanging baskets.
Will removing faded flower clusters encourage more blooms?
Will removing faded flower clusters encourage more blooms?
Yes. Regular deadheading helps promote continuous flowering and maintains a tidy appearance.
Can the flowers attract butterflies and other pollinators?
Can the flowers attract butterflies and other pollinators?
Yes. The nectar-rich blooms attract butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinating insects throughout the flowering season.
How is Verbena Apricot different from purple verbena varieties?
How is Verbena Apricot different from purple verbena varieties?
Verbena Apricot is grown for its soft apricot-colored blooms, while purple verbena varieties produce deeper violet or purple flower clusters with a different color effect in the garden.